via indeed · 17 June 2026 ·4 days ago

HGV Class 1 and 2 Multi Driver (Days)

JG Pears Group
Atherstone Full-time
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JG Pears is a long established, highly successful and expanding animal rendering operation with a modern fleet of vehicles. We are looking to recruit an HGV Class 1 and 2 Multi Driver to operate from our Twycross site, CV9 3LP.

About the Role

This is a days only role, working an average of 50 hours per week with start times between 4am and 6am. The position involves a mixture of Class 1 and Class 2 work, supporting operational requirements across the business.

Rewards

  • £16\.52 per hour plus enhanced weekend pay and driver bonuses available

  • 28 days holiday entitlement, pro rata depending on shift pattern

  • Company pension

  • Company sick pay scheme

  • 24/7 GP and mental health support, wellbeing and nutrition programmes, second medical opinion, health resources, emotional wellbeing app, smoking cessation support and bereavement counselling

  • Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

  • Discounted EV charging points

  • Life assurance

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Occupational health support

  • JG Pears Rewards, including retail, restaurant and gym discounts

  • Financial education and guidance through external providers

  • Introduce a Friend reward of £300
Responsibilities
  • Collecting and delivering animal by products nationwide

  • Completing all legally required documentation relating to the movement of products

  • Adhering to drivers’ hours rules and regulations, including working time regulations

  • Using tachographs and carrying out daily vehicle checks

Requirements
  • Hold valid HGV Class 1 (C\+E) and Class 2 (Category C) licences, together with a current Driver CPC card

  • Experience in the movement of animal by products would be advantageous

  • ADR qualification desirable, but not essential

  • A flexible approach and willingness to undertake both Class 1 and Class 2 duties as required
Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: From £16\.52 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • Referral programme

  • Sick pay
Experience:
  • driving: 1 year (preferred)

  • Heavy Goods Vehicle Drivers: 1 year (preferred)

  • Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: In person

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